Career Spotlight: Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

• Design objects, facilities, and environments to optimize human well-being and overall system performance, applying theory, principles, and data regarding the relationship between humans and respective technology. Investigate and analyze characteristics of human behavior and performance as it relates to the use of technology.
• IR: Investigative, Realistic.
• Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a PhD, MD, or JD (law degree).
• Faster than average job growth 10-14%, 19,700 projected job openings from 2016-2026.